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About Laser Stapedotomy

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What is Laser Stapedotomy?
Laser stapedotomy (Stapedectomy) is a surgical procedure to repair conductive loss of hearing caused by otosclerosis. In otosclerosis, the stapes bone becomes rigid and therefore cannot vibrate due to a bone overgrowth surrounding the footplate. This causes gradual hearing loss. Laser stapedotomy helps in the treatment of otosclerosis by bypassing the rigid stapes with a prosthetic piston. Using carbon dioxide lasers during laser stapedotomy enables the creation of tiny and accurately placed holes, without causing temperature increase inside the ear.

How is Laser Stapedotomy performed?

Using a laser, a hole that is smaller than 0.8mm is created in the footplate.

Prosthesis is placed by bypassing the rigid stapes.

A tissue graft seal of the fenestra may also be used to improve this procedure.

Laser stapedotomy is performed on only one ear at a time. If it is required to be performed on another ear, it can be done one year later.

How to prepare for Laser Stapedotomy?

Certain medications that increase the risk of bleeding should be avoided for two weeks before laser stapedotomy. This includes herbal and homeopathic medication.

The patient can take little amounts of water for four hours before the surgery.

Duration of procedure/surgery : Approximately 45 minutes

Days admitted : Laser stapedotomy is usually performed as an outpatient procedure. Occasionally patients may need to stay overnight.

Anesthesia : Local anesthesia

Recovery : - The patient can recover within a few days or weeks after laser stapedotomy.- A follow-up visit should be scheduled about a week or 10 days after the surgery.- Several post-operative check-ups are performed over four to six weeks after laser stapedotomy.

After care : - The ear should be kept dry for two to three weeks after laser stapedotomy.- The patient may take a bath after 24 hours, without letting water inside the ear.- The patient should avoid any strenuous physical activity after the surgery.- Blowing the nose should also be avoided.- Pain medication, antibiotics, and ear drops should be taken according to the doctors directions.- The patient should avoid straining with bowel movements.